Boana rhythmica facts for kids
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The Boana rhythmica is a special kind of frog. It belongs to the Hylidae family, which includes many tree frogs. This frog is only found in one country: Venezuela. It lives in a very specific place called Cerro Jaua in Bolívar State.
This frog is endemic to Venezuela. This means it lives naturally only in that one area and nowhere else in the world. It was first discovered and described in 2002.
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Where the Boana rhythmica Lives
The Boana rhythmica frog lives on the slopes of a unique mountain called a tepui. A tepui is like a giant, flat-topped mountain, almost like a table. These mountains are very old and have special plants and animals.
This frog likes to live near streams. It can be found on branches of plants. They usually sit about 0.3 to 1 meter (about 1 to 3 feet) above the ground.
Life at Night: A Nocturnal Frog
The Boana rhythmica is a nocturnal animal. This means it is most active at night. During the day, it rests. When the sun goes down, it comes out to find food and move around.
Protecting the Boana rhythmica
The home of the Boana rhythmica is inside a protected area. This area is called the Jaua-Sarisariñama National Park. National parks help keep nature safe.
Because its home is protected, scientists have not found any big dangers to this frog. This is good news for the Boana rhythmica and its future.
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In Spanish: Hypsiboas rhythmicus para niños
